Buying a computer system/Plz help me choose a system

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hi there im wondering if you could help me decide between
1. Intel core 2 duo E7300 2.66Ghz, Nvidia 9800 GT and intel g31 chipset = $579
2. Intel core 2 duo E8400 3.0 Ghz, ati radeon 3850 and asus P5QL
= $644

Im probably going to use this for gaming and run stuff like fallout 3 etc
any input would be greatly valued thnx a lot

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I would point you to the TechRepublic and Guru3D "system build guides" for advice:
http://www.techreport.com/articles.x/16438
http://www.guru3d.com/article/pc-buyer-guide-december-2008/

TechReport's guide is updated almost monthly, while Guru3D updates theirs roughly once a quarter, so I would lean more towards the TR suggestions (as they're more "real-time").

-bob

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I have nearly two decades of experience in IT, computer repair, and related fields and will attempt to provide the most solid, brand-agnostic advice when it comes time to purchase a new computer, or upgrade an existing machine. I can answer anything from the seemingly basic to the downright complicated - and will do my best to provide this information in a clear and concise manner.

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